Belemnoid Collection

Jurassic reptiles, dinosaurs, fish and birds.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886

Belemnotheutis antiquus, squid
A well-preserved Upper Jurassic squid aged 160 million years. This specimen originates from Christian Malford, Wiltshire

Extinct crinoids, ammonites and squid.. Chromolithograph from Dr. Fr. Rolles Geology and Paleontology section in Gotthilf Heinrich von Schuberts Natural History, Schreiber, Munich, 1886

Belemnoid fossil C016 / 6308
Belemnoid fossil. This fossil has been fractured (shocked) by the asteroid impact that created the Nordlinger Ries crater 11.5 million years ago during the Miocene

Thunderbolt belemnite fossil C016 / 5618
Thunderbolt belemnite (Cylindroteuthis oweni Pratt) fossil. Belemnites are extinct squid like creatures. Specimen from the Upper Jurassic, found in Scarborough, Yorkshire, UK

Belemnite fossil C016 / 5598
Belemnite (Belemnitella mucronata) fossil. 71-65 million year old squid-like belemnite specimen from the Late Cretaceous, found in Mstricht, Holland

Belemnotheutis antiquus
A well-preserved Upper Jurassic squid aged 160 million years. This specimen originates from the famous clay deposits in Wiltshire

Aulacoceras sulcatum, belemnite
An extinct marine fossil known as a belemnite. These are invertebrates from the class Cephalopoda belonging in the phylum Mollusca (molluscs). Photographed by Beatriz Aguirre-Urreta

Gonioteuthis, a fossil belemnite
Guard of the belemnite Gonioteuthis, 8 cm long, from the Cretaceous Chalk of Salisbury, England

Belemnitella minor, belemnites
Natural History Museum specimens of belemnites or thunderbolts from the Paramoudra Chalk of Norfolk

Belemnitella mucronata, belemnite
71-65 million year old squid-like belemnite specimen from the Late Cretaceous, Mstricht, Holland

Cylindroteuthis oweni Pratt, thunderbolt

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Discover the fascinating world of belemnoids, ancient creatures that roamed the Earth during the Jurassic period alongside reptiles, dinosaurs, fish, and birds. Belemnotheutis antiquus, a species of squid-like belemnoid, was one of the most prominent representatives of this group. These cephalopods shared their oceanic habitats with other now-extinct organisms like crinoids, ammonites, and different types of squid. The remnants left behind by these remarkable beings provide us with valuable insights into our planet's distant past. Fossilized remains such as Belemnoid fossil C016 / 6308 or Thunderbolt belemnite fossil C016 / 5618 serve as windows to an era long gone. Each preserved detail tells a story about these enigmatic creatures' lives and their place in prehistoric ecosystems. Belemnoids come in various shapes and sizes; Aulacoceras sulcatum is another example of a belemnite species that once thrived in ancient seas. Gonioteuthis is yet another fossilized belemnite genus that captivates paleontologists worldwide. Among the diverse range of known species are also Belemnitella minor and Belemnitella mucronata—both belonging to the intriguing family of belemnites. These fossils offer glimpses into how these animals adapted over time to survive in changing environments. As we continue to unearth more evidence from deep within Earth's layers, our understanding grows deeper regarding these mysterious creatures who once inhabited our oceans millions of years ago—the incredible world of belemnoids awaits exploration.